Let's settle in for a bit of a chat about Land Rover and what might be coming down the pike. Now, you might want to grab a cuppa for this one, because we're about to dive into the world of luxury SUVs and the future of a certain sleek model that's caught our eye.

Land Rover? What a brand.

Today, though, the company operates as one-half of Jaguar-Land Rover, which is under the Tata group.

They've been on quite a journey, haven't they?

From utilitarian farm vehicles to the epitome of luxury SUVs. It's like watching your scruffy mate from school turn up at the reunion in a tailored suit, sipping champagne.

Now, in their current lineup, you've got everything from the rugged Defender to the opulent Range Rover. And speaking of the Defender, any bets on how long it'll be able to defend itself from a mechanic's workshop?

Cheesy puns about reliability (or lack thereof) aside, nestled in the LR lineup, like a well-polished gem, is the Velar.

Camouflaged prototype of the suspected 2026 Range Rover Velar successor, showcasing sleek silhouette and distinctive Range Rover design elements.

I have a lot to say about the nature of the Velar and gems, mostly about them being overpriced and supply-limited by design, but we can save that for a later article. Ah, the Velar. It's the fashion model of the Range Rover family. All sleek lines and minimalist design sit right in the middle of the range of rovers (hah!), both in size and price. You're looking at starting prices from about £45,000, going up to well over £70,000 if you get a bit trigger-happy with the options list. It's not cheap, but then again, style rarely is.

But here's where it gets interesting. We've caught wind of what might be the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor out testing. Yes, you heard that right. The 2026 Range Rover Velar successor was spotted in the wild, wearing more camouflage than an SAS squad on a covert mission.

And I can read the thought you have right now, plain as day. It's as if your face has subtitles. "Figg, you plonker, how can you be sure it's the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor?" To be honest, I can't be 100% certain of it, but let's take a peek at the evidence.

First off, the size and proportions scream Velar. From what we can see, the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor maintains that sleek, almost coupe-like silhouette that made the current incumbent stand out like a supermodel at a rugby match.

Camouflaged prototype of the suspected 2026 Range Rover Velar successor, showcasing sleek silhouette and distinctive Range Rover design elements.

It's got that same elegant stance, like a cat ready to pounce, if cats wore designer suits and cost as much as a small house.

Moving along the side, the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor seems to have retained that floating roof effect, but there's a subtle change to the window line. It's hard to make out under all that camo, but it looks like they've added a bit more drama to the rear quarter.

It's like they've taken the current Velar's elegant evening gown and added a daring slit up the side.

Now, the rear end of the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor is where things get really interesting. The taillights, peeking out from under the disguise, hint at a horizontal design. It's a departure from the vertical lights of the current model, and it gives the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor a wider, more planted look. It's subtle, but effective. Like a good haircut, you can't quite put your finger on what's changed, but you know it looks better.

Of course, we're working with limited information here. The 2026 Range Rover Velar successor is still in its testing phase, and Land Rover is keeping their cards close to their chest.

But if what we're seeing is anything to go by, it looks like they're not messing with a winning formula too much. And why would they?

The current Velar is a rather mature design, though it certainly isn't for everyone, which isn't a sad thing.

What IS a sad thing is the way Jaguar is ending production of their gas models next year. Let's just hope that the Tata Group doesn't plan to send LR to the same grave anytime soon.

Righto then, next up, let's talk about what might be under the bonnet. LR under the Tata group has committed to offering at least EV variants of the entirety of their range.

Camouflaged prototype of the suspected 2026 Range Rover Velar successor, showcasing sleek silhouette and distinctive Range Rover design elements.

The 2026 Land Rover Velar successor is not likely to be an exception. Indeed, if we take a look at the spy shots, this one does look a bit EV'd out, as modern culture would put it. Inside, well, that's anyone's guess at this point. But if the current Velar is anything to go by, the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor is likely to be a tech lover's dream.

As for when we'll see the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor in showrooms, well, the clue's in the name, isn't it? 2026 is the expected launch year, which means we're likely to see the production version unveiled sometime in 2025.

It feels like a long way off, but in the world of automotive development, it's just around the corner. So, there you have it. The 2026 Range Rover Velar successor caught testing and looked every bit as promising as its predecessor. The 2026 Range Rover Velar successor has big shoes to fill, but from what we've seen, it's more than up to the task.

As we wait for more information on the 2026 Range Rover Velar successor, one thing's for certain. The future of luxury SUVs is looking very stylish indeed. And on that note, I think it's time for another cuppa.

Cheers.